高中英语Unit2 The Universal Language--Grammar and usage [ty]课件牛津版选修8 课件VIP免费

We use ellipsis when we do not want to repeat words or phrases that are obvious. Read Part A on page 25 and answer the following questions: How did the singer feel taking part in Turandot? He/She felt great to be cast. It had always been one of his/her strongest desires. Where did the singer get the information that singers were needed for Turandot? From a poster put up by the production company’s Personnel Department. Why did the singer think it was difficult to try out? He/She had a sore throat. Circle the words you could cross and read again and you will find that the language would be more concise. Answers A Jane: How did you feel taking part in Turandot?Singer: It was a real privilege for me to be cast. It had always been one of my strongest desires to have a part in Turandot.Jane: How were you hired for the job?Singer: Well, I’m a musical performer, but there was a short period when I was not working, and was just collecting unemployment benefits. One day, I saw a poster that the production company’s Personnel Department had put up saying they were looking for singers. I applied for the job, and they sent me an invitation to try out for a part in the chorus.Jane: Was it difficult to try out?Singer: Yes, it was difficult. They asked me to sing a tune, and at the time I had a sore throat, so I was afraid I wouldn’t get the job. The pressure made me tremble a bit. Jane: What did you like best about participating in Turandot?Singer: The best part was visiting Beijing because the performance was staged in the Forbidden City. It was my first visit to Beijing.Jane: Would you like to visit Beijing again?Singer: Yes, I would like to visit Beijing again.Jane: Wel...